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# WADEPS: Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety

Home of the state's first standardized data dashboard for Washington state law enforcemement use-of-force data.

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://172.26.13.13/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [The Columbian: WA use-of-force database up and running](https://172.26.13.13/columbia-basin-wa-use-of-force-database-up-and-running/) - Key Points: • Law enforcement agencies are now required to report use-of-force data when the public is injured or killed or when certain methods of force are used. • A Washington state institution of higher education is to receive use-of-force data to measure the effectiveness of policing reform strategies. • An easily searchable, public-facing website
- [KUOW: This new state database tracks police use of force](https://172.26.13.13/kuow-this-new-state-database-tracks-police-use-of-force/) - Seattle Now host Patricia Murphy talks with David Makin, WADEPS executive director and principal investigator and WSU professor. Listen to the podcast.
- [WA launches police use-of-force database](https://172.26.13.13/wa-launches-police-use-of-force-database/) - Read the full press release from the Office of the Attorney General.
- [Tri-Cities/Yakima NBC: Washington launches database for police use-of-force transparency](https://172.26.13.13/tri-cities-yakima-nbc-washington-launches-database-for-police-use-of-force-transparency/) - The Attorney General’s Office launched the Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety to collect police use-of-force data from law enforcement agencies across the state. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and trust. Read the full story.
- [Seattle Times: WA launches a database to track police use of force across the state](https://172.26.13.13/seattle-times-wa-launches-a-database-to-track-police-use-of-force-across-the-state/) - Four years after it was mandated by lawmakers, a database that catalogs when police use force against people is finally getting up and running, promising to add another layer of transparency in police interactions with the public. Read the full story.
- [KING 5: All police in Washington must now report use-of-force data to public database](https://172.26.13.13/king-5-all-police-in-washington-must-now-report-use-of-force-data-to-public-database/) - Washington unveils the nation's first [incident-based] police use-of-force database, in an effort to increase transparency across the state. Read the full story and watch the video.
- [KIRO 7: Washington launches database to track police use of force](https://172.26.13.13/kiro-7-washington-launches-database-to-track-police-use-of-force/) - Washington just launched the first-ever police use of force database in the nation. It’s called the Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety (WADEPS). It requires all law enforcement agencies in the state to report use-of-force data to the state every month— including when an officer uses a firearm, Taser, pepper spray, canine, or strikes
- [KREM 2: WSU criminal justice experts launch police use-of-force database](https://172.26.13.13/krem-2-wsu-criminal-justice-experts-launch-police-use-of-force-database/)

## Pages

- [Home](https://172.26.13.13/) - Welcome to WADEPS Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety WADEPS is the state-appointed data custodian for statewide police use-of-force reporting requirements opens a new window established by the legislature to improve transparency, build community trust, and support evidence-based decision-making.In addition to providing law enforcement agencies across Washington with a standardized, timely, and efficient data
- [Former Wadeps Dashboard](https://172.26.13.13/home/dashboard-former/) - This is an out-of-date webpage. Please navigate to wadeps.org/home/dashboard for the current webpage.
- [WADEPS Reporting Tool Training Manual](https://172.26.13.13/wadeps-reporting-tool-training-manual/)
- [Record Recall](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/record-recall-process/) - Use-of-Force Record Recall WADEPS is the data custodian for reportable use-of-force data in Washington. Law enforcement agencies, or their designates, submit information through the online Reporting Tool, a one-way data system designed to maintain data integrity and ensure transparency.The WADEPS Retraction and Amendment Policy (PDF) outlines the process for correcting or removing use-of-force (UOF) incident *aria-owns="quill-mention-list"*
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://172.26.13.13/faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions Dive in and learn about WADEPS! FAQ: Overview What is WADEPS? WADEPS stands for Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety.Our primary purpose is to serve as a data custodian. We provide a cloud-based platform to effectively collect, analyze, and visualize data about police use-of-force interactions and to provide publicly available, easy-to-use
- [Training](https://172.26.13.13/training/) - Training Modules Learn about WADEPS Course One: WADEPS Overview and Requirements This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of the legislative requirements and what use-of-force incident data is to be shared by agencies with WADEPS. Audience: Recommended by WADEPS for all active and reserve law enforcement officers in Washington state and for professional staff as deemed appropriate by law enforcement
- [Wadeps Dashboard-2.0](https://172.26.13.13/home/dashboard/) - The Data Dashboard Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety Washington’s first unified and centralized police use-of-force reporting system. The WADEPS dashboard brings together information that historically has been scattered across hundreds of state agencies with no standard for storage, sharing, or comparison. WADEPS also integrates contextual data about law enforcement agencies and the communities
- [Preparation Information](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/preparation-info/) - Preparation Information Law enforcement agencies began sharing reportable use-of-force (UOF) incident data and monthly computer-aided dispatch (CAD) data with WADEPS in September 2025.Review the steps for data sharing and accessing the live Reporting Tool below. Understanding Data Sharing UOF Incident Data (Three Steps): Within 24 hours of the occurrence, all reportable UOF incidents must be
- [Contracted Agencies](https://172.26.13.13/how-it-works/contracted-agencies/) - Contracted Agencies Definition: An active law enforcement agency with its own local identity (such as police department uniform, patch, and/or vehicle graphics) but whose officers are officially employed by a larger parent agency. Reportable use-of-force and CAD data for a “contracted” agency are included in the data received from its parent agency. As of 5/6/2026
- [National Comparison](https://172.26.13.13/the-data/national-comparison/) - Research by Washington State University criminologists compares publicly available data dashboards across the country. Questions? Please use the WADEPS "Contact Us" online form. National Assessment of Statewide Use-of-Force Dashboards Building a National Standard: 0% Baseline Alignment Reached Across All States National Assessment ofStatewide Use-of-Force Dashboards An inventory of statewide use-of-force reporting systems. This study examines
- [FAQ for Agencies](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/agency-faq/) - FAQ for Agencies A look at some of the most common questions and concerns shared by law enforcement officers and agency leaders. FAQ: Costs and legal requirements What is WADEPS? WADEPS stands for Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety.WADEPS is managed by Washington State University (WSU) and supported by world-class, cloud-based technology. We are an
- [CAD validation tool](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/cad-file-validation/) - CAD File Validation Tool WADEPS can only accept and store for analysis the data elements defined by Chapter 10.118 RCW and the AGO Law Enforcement Data Collection Advisory Group opens a new window. For CAD data, we can accept only the following five incident-related data elements for each call-for-service: * A unique incident number* The name
- [Batch upload validation tool](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/batch-file-validation/) - Batch File Validation Tool WADEPS can only accept and store for analysis the data elements defined by Chapter 10.118 RCW and the AGO Law Enforcement Data Collection Advisory Group opens a new window. See the WADEPS data dictionary for values and definitions. * Headers must match the WADEPS Smart Template. * Data must match formatting established
- [Resources for agencies](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/resources-for-agencies-2/) - Resources for Agencies Update your WADEPS Communications Contacts Law Enforcement AgenciesPSAPs or Dispatch CentersTribal agencies (optional) Reporting Tool Information * Reporting Tool account activation instructions* Review steps for data sharing, accessing the Reporting Tool, and the roles available in the Reporting Tool. * Log in to the Reporting Tool Training Course One: WADEPS Overview and Requirements
- [How It Works](https://172.26.13.13/how-it-works/) - How WADEPS Works Bringing the Data Together Standardized and centralized data collection and visualization will provide the public, law enforcement, and policymakers with accessible, practical analytical tools to identify trends, assess the effectiveness of police practices, determine whether training is effective, and encourage civic participation and dialog. Determining Rates of Force Understanding the frequency and
- [About Vendor Automation](https://172.26.13.13/the-data/about-vendor-automation/) - Future Automation Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety WADEPS is committed to automating the data ingestion process and is actively working with public safety software vendors to ensure a smooth transition. Automation will further reduce duplicative data entry and improve efficiency for law enforcement agencies. Collaboration is Key Achieving automation requires collaboration and coordination
- [Data Governance](https://172.26.13.13/the-data/data-governance/) - Data Governance Advocates for the Data The WADEPS Data Governance Advisory Committee includes regional and national experts in data analytics, criminal justice operations and research, public policy, and law. They meet bi-annually to review WADEPS progress, discuss industry data analytic standards, and offer insight on potential improvements or adjustments. The committee's charge is to advocate
- [About WADEPS](https://172.26.13.13/about-wadeps/) - About WADEPS Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety Authorized by the Office of the Attorney General and Chapter 10.118 RCW, WADEPS is the state-appointed data custodian for statewide police use-of-force reporting requirements. Our Mission To make public safety data discoverable, accessible, and meaningful. Our Vision Empower individuals, agencies, communities, and governments throughout Washington to
- [Reporting Training Manual](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/reporting-training-manual/) - Reporting Tool Training Revised 02/06/2026 See what's new. Please be patient. There may be up to a 30-second delay while the manual is loaded in the frame below and the download link is activated.The step-by-step training manual is available in the frame below and as a downloadable PDF file.On-demand training: A walk-through demonstration opens a
- [Optional Agency Contact Information Request](https://172.26.13.13/optional-agency-contact-info/) - Tribal Law Enforcement Agencies Tribal Governments are not subject to state law Chapter 10.118 RCW. However, tribal police departments have the option to voluntarily submit information to be included in WADEPS data analysis and displayed on the WADEPS public data dashboard.Please complete the short survey below to let us know whether your agency is interested in
- [Data Use Agreement](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/data-use-agreement/) - Data Use Agreement WADEPS will distribute the final general data use agreement (DUA) via DocuSign to primary agency points-of-contact (APOCs) for official signing. Recipients of the secure DocuSign electronic envelope will be able to assign it to alternate agency staff as needed.The final open comment period ended on May 21, 2025. Questions? Review the FAQ
- [Request CAD Data Summary](https://172.26.13.13/home/request-data-set/) - Request Data
- [Agency Contact Information](https://172.26.13.13/agency-contact-info/) - Agency Contact Information Form A vital step in the WADEPS onboarding process is having the right contact information for each agency required to participate by Chapter 10.118 RCW. Please complete the short form below at your earliest convenience. Only one response per agency is needed. (A separate intake form is available for tribal law enforcement and
- [Agency Call Type Form](https://172.26.13.13/agency-call-type-form/) - Agency Call Types Upload Please complete the form below to provide your call type codes and descriptions for contextual mapping to the WADEPS incident data fields. Only one response per agency is needed. * Excel or CSV format required. * Include your agency name in the file name.* Header row for each column -- use
- [PSAP Call Type Form](https://172.26.13.13/psap-call-type-contact-info/) - PSAP/Dispatch Centers Contact Information and Call Types Please complete the form below to provide your call type codes and descriptions for contextual mapping to the WADEPS incident data fields. Only one response per PSAP/Dispatch Center is needed. Even if your organization is not providing the call type file, please complete the contact and agencies-served information
- [Agency Login](https://172.26.13.13/agency-login/) - Agency Login Sharing Data with WADEPS Login to the WADEPS Reporting Tool The first time you log in, you will need to activate your WADEPS account and set up multifactor authentication. Training resources include a step-by-step manual and an on-demand walkthrough course in Acadis. Agency points-of-contact for WADEPS are responsible for determining access and roles
- [Reporting Tool Training](https://172.26.13.13/training/reporting-tool/) - Reporting Tool Training For Authorized Personnel Course Two: WADEPS Data Entry A walk-through demonstration of the WADEPS Reporting Tool. Agency leaders may assign the course to additional personnel as appropriate for their organization.Audience: Personnel responsible for entering and/or approving use-of-force data in the WADEPS system.Length: Approximately 30 minutes to complete each of three modules.Availability: Hosted on
- [Launch Timeline](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/launch-key-dates/) - Launch Timeline Key Dates and Milestones Beginning Tuesday, September 2, 2025, law enforcement agencies must begin the process of sharing reportable use-of-force (UOF) incident data for September and prepare to provide monthly computer-aided dispatch (CAD) data.An overview of key milestones and due dates in September and October is provided below. September 2 The process begins:
- [100x100](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/100x100/) - The 100 x 100 Challenge Provide your officers with tools and encouragement during onboarding and earn a chance to win a can of delicious Cougar Gold cheese! The Goal 100% of active officers have completed Course One training. Hosted in the CJTC learning platform, this foundational course is designed to help leaders and officers better understand
- [Roles & Responsibilities](https://172.26.13.13/for-agencies/roles-and-responsibilities/) - Agency Roles and Responsibilities Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety WADEPS is the state-appointed data custodian for statewide police use-of-force reporting requirements opens a new windowestablished by Chapter 10.118 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW).In addition to providing law enforcement agencies across Washington with an efficient, no-cost, standardized and centralized data collection process,
- [Presentation & Focus Groups](https://172.26.13.13/about-wadeps/presentation-focus-groups/) - Presentations & Focus Groups Engaging Stakeholders Listening to and learning from public safety officers and administrators, community members, government representatives, and experts in criminal justice has been vital to developing the WADEPS platform and driving innovation. Focus groups, presentations, surveys, and meetings with a wide range of stakeholders have revealed valuable insights and contributed to
- [Legislative Mandate](https://172.26.13.13/about-wadeps/legislative-mandate/) - Legislative Mandate Leading the Way In June 2020, then-Attorney General Bob Ferguson released a report recommending the state create a centralized, publicly accessible website with standardized information about police use-of-force incidents.Senate Bill 5259, sponsored by Senator T’wina Nobles (28th District), is the primary legislative authority governing the collection and public disclosure of use-of-force data from
- [Contact Us](https://172.26.13.13/contact-us/) - Contact WADEPS We're here to help. Our team of professionals is available to answer your questions and provide technical assistance.Select a topic in the form to request information or assistance with: General Inquiry Statistical education Website or dashboard questions Agency administrative or techincal support Officer technical support Research data inquiry Vendor Inquiries
- [News](https://172.26.13.13/about-wadeps/news/) - WADEPS in the News
- [Learn About Stats](https://172.26.13.13/how-it-works/learn-about-stats/) - Learn about Statistics Telling a Data Story The Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety will offer more than the standardization and centralization of statewide police use-of-force data. Our goal is to help all dashboard users—individuals, agency leaders, legislators, and researchers alike—expand their understanding of the data and derive meaningful insights. Learn how to identify
- [Videos](https://172.26.13.13/how-it-works/learn-about-stats/videos/) - Rate this video!
- [CAD Data](https://172.26.13.13/the-data/cad-data/) - About CAD Data Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety WADEPS is committed to providing a comprehensive and transparent view of use-of-force incidents across the state. Integrating computer-aided dispatch (CAD) data for all calls for service is one way to provide critical context for understanding how, when, and why force is used. This page explains
- [CAD Data Mapping](https://172.26.13.13/the-data/cad-data/psap-data-mapping/) - CAD Mapping Standardizing for Success The WADEPS dashboard is an incident-based tool for analyzing and comparing the use of force. A key strength of the system is the standardization of both use-of-force incident data points and call type labels for all community-police interactions.In Washington, 78 public safety answering points opens a new window (PSAPs) provide
- [The Data](https://172.26.13.13/the-data/) - About the Data Summary Required use-of-force data points were established by advisory group as instructed by legislature and Chapter 10.118 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). Use-of-force data by itself provides limited actionable data. WADEPS will integrate contextual data points to better understand when and how the use of force occurs in relation to
- [Date Use Agreement](https://172.26.13.13/date-use-agreement/) - Date Use Agreement The first onboarding step for law enforcement agencies will be to review and return the WADEPS data use agreement. To help law enforcement agencies prepare, the WADEPS final data use agreement is available for review:* View and/or download the WADEPS General DUA for review (PDF document, includes the use-of-force data elements).Questions? Please see the FAQ for Agencies or
- [Testing Feedback](https://172.26.13.13/testing-feedback/) - Video Survey

## Documents

- [Reporting Tool training manual](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-reporting-tool-training-manual.pdf/) - A PDF of the Reporting Tool training manual.
- [Reportable Uses of Force](https://172.26.13.13/documents/reportable-uses-of-force.pdf/) - A Chart showing the 11 types of reportable force, each with a brief description, taken from the WADEPS data dictionary.
- [Reportable Uses of Force](https://172.26.13.13/documents/reportable-uses-of-force-20260528.pdf/) - A Chart showing the 11 types of reportable force, each with a brief description, taken from the WADEPS data dictionary. Updated 5/19/2026.
- [WADEPS Use of Force Data Dictionary](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-use-of-force-data-dictionary.xlsx/) - Data dictionary for WADEPS. Date updated should be in the worksheet header.Excel document with protected worksheet. Password is Mentos!
- [WADEPS Smart Template](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-smart-template.xlsx/) - Formatted Excel file for UOF batch uploads,
- [WADEPS Record Recall Policy](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-record-recall-policy.pdf/) - Use-of-force record recall policy amendment and/or retraction.
- [Contact reason categories](https://172.26.13.13/documents/contact-reason-categories.pdf/) - For reportable use-of-force incidents, WADEPS categorizes the initial police-community contact into four categories.
- [WADEPS December 2025 report](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-december-2025-report.pdf/) - The December 2025 semi-annual report.Password is Pickles!0
- [Force Severity Categories](https://172.26.13.13/documents/force-severity-categories.pdf/) - A chart showing how the 11 reportable types of force listed in the WADEPS Data Dictionary are categorized by severity on the WADEPS dashboard.
- [Officer Activation Handout](https://172.26.13.13/documents/officer-activation-handout.pdf/) - Handout for APOCs to share with officers for activating their accounts.
- [WADEPS Reporting Tool Account Activation](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-reporting-tool-account-activation.pdf/) - One-sheet instructions for initial account activation in the live WADEPS Reporting Tool.
- [CAD data template](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-cad-data-template.xlsx/) - Excel template file for monthly CAD data sharing from agencies and PSAPs.
- [Sample-PSAP-data-use](https://172.26.13.13/documents/sample-psap-data-use.pdf/) - PSAP rider from general DUA, with minor adjustments.
- [WADEPS July 2025 report](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-july-2025-report.pdf/) - Semi-annual report covering January–July 2025.
- [WADEPS Learning Environment Account Activation](https://172.26.13.13/documents/learning-account-activation.pdf/) - Separate PDF of account activation for learning environment only.
- [WADEPS DUA for review](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-dua-for-review.pdf/) - Updated DUA For Review with most recent data dictionary (5.29.25). Originally shared April-May 2025 with agencies, prior to system rollout.
- [Onboarding Handout for APOCs](https://172.26.13.13/documents/onboarding-handout-for-apocs.pdf/) - Handout 1A, linked in Welcome email and for resources webpage.
- [Onboarding Handout for Officers](https://172.26.13.13/documents/onboarding-handout-for-officers.pdf/) - Handout 1B, linked in Welcome email and for resources webpage
- [WADEPS semi-annual report: June 2024](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-semi-annual-report-june-2024.pdf/) - Combined PDF: June 2024 report and all WADEPS appendices.
- [WADEPS Quarterly Report: December 2023](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-quarterly-report-december-2023.pdf/) - Quarterly report delivered to AGO in December 2023. Originally hosted on hub.wsu.edu/wadeps.
- [WADEPS January 2025 report](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-january-2025-report.pdf/) - Semi-annual report for January 2025
- [WADEPS Quarterly Report: March 2024](https://172.26.13.13/documents/wadeps-quarterly-report-march-2024.pdf/) - Quarterly report provided to the AGO in March 2024.

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://172.26.13.13/category/uncategorized/)

## Workflow States

- [Final](https://172.26.13.13/?workflow_state=final) - Document is in its final form